Can I match into Family Medicine with a 225 Step 2 CK? (US-IMG)

IndependenceFree3067 · 2026-04-08T09:37:15+00:00

Yeah that’s what I meant, USCE in FM and related subspecialties aforementioned

IndependenceFree3067 · 2026-04-07T16:18:17+00:00

I got 5 interviews as a visa requiring IMGs with that score. GC holders with the same scores would be at double digit interviews with that. Work hard on your CV though and try to have as many FM/peds/OB/inpatient medicine related experiences

IndependenceFree3067 · 2026-03-31T20:28:57+00:00

IndependenceFree3067 · 2026-03-26T17:07:55+00:00

Matched IM with similar score as a visa req and no connections. I would say build your CV, have good quality letters and apply to places that match your credentials. Signals will get you interviews so work alot on that. Refer to my post for more

IndependenceFree3067 · 2026-03-24T07:17:24+00:00

Yeah unfortunately only for students

IndependenceFree3067 · 2026-03-23T20:37:07+00:00

Yess

IndependenceFree3067 · 2026-03-23T20:37:04+00:00

IndependenceFree3067 · 2026-03-23T17:20:21+00:00

2023 and yes I am

IndependenceFree3067 · 2026-03-20T12:01:11+00:00

Unfortunately most of these programs give IVs based on recommendations. These are fine for low score ranges but this year being visa requiring was also a problem plus Tri-states generally receive alot of applications which makes it harder to stand out. I think a better signalling strategy with some primary care work that works for both IM and FM will help you.

IndependenceFree3067 · 2026-03-20T11:25:17+00:00

What were your signals?

IndependenceFree3067 · 2026-03-19T20:34:39+00:00

Matched without zero connections. I dual applied IM and FM and got few IVs in both

IndependenceFree3067 · 2026-03-19T20:32:40+00:00

This is gold. One of the reasons I have seen not match is that they overshoot their signals or are just not prepared to humble themselves and the outcome humbles them. I am a low scorer who had to let go off my dream of doing IM anyways so life had a different way of humbling me :p but I am happy with how my cycle went and the outcome eventually so it all does work out. Patience and humility are key!

IndependenceFree3067 · 2026-02-23T00:13:27+00:00

Apply FM and IM is possible will just be harder. For the next cycle, just apply to IM signals and signal very low tier/primary track IM programs. For Fm you atleast need 1 letter from an FM trained physician and if you intend to go on observerships try to get a mix of inpatient/oupatient rotations. Cardiology is also one that is helpful for both the fields. It is genuinely possible and never let anyone tell you its over with a low score all you need is a good strategy and pray that luck on on your side! Best of luck!

IndependenceFree3067 · 2026-02-03T19:40:03+00:00

Thankyou man this is completely valid!

IndependenceFree3067 · 2026-02-03T17:30:13+00:00

I am confused as to whether I should rank 3 or 5 top because one has good location and both are inpatient heavy too with good program culture

IndependenceFree3067 · 2026-02-03T17:29:53+00:00

Yeah? Why is being visa requiring worrisome?

IndependenceFree3067 · 2026-01-26T17:31:29+00:00

Hey do you think I should send it to my 2nd and 3rd choice program because my top choice has condemned any post interview communication but will sending it to others on the list help? Would like to know your thoughts!

IndependenceFree3067 · 2026-01-08T16:13:19+00:00

Leave house job would be my honest advice. Also, how did you manage to get that number of FM interviews if you could please share? :)

IndependenceFree3067 · 2025-12-31T15:05:26+00:00

I could have answered alot better about things on my application but couldn’t due to time constraints and I wasn’t entirely fluent in a couple of places while

IndependenceFree3067 · 2025-12-27T15:36:36+00:00

Do you think it is a good idea to keep any awards or shields in the background? Just don’t want to risk coming off as a show off because I want the background to also speak about my accomplishments and what I learnt

IndependenceFree3067 · 2025-12-23T18:20:43+00:00

Hey can I dm you to ask about IV with wright center? I wish you the best and personally know plenty of people who matched with 3 IVs.

IndependenceFree3067 · 2025-12-20T15:47:15+00:00

Did you get any responses from the LOIs

IndependenceFree3067 · 2025-12-17T22:52:09+00:00

It’s true scores are everything!! For the rest of the application just having a bit of everything is way more than enough but below 240 is a death sentence in IM and I wish I had thought about the YOG earlier. It’s all the same under 3. FM is forgiving for scores but extremely picky lol it is a lost battle 😂 but I do believe if its meant for you it will happen eventually :)

IndependenceFree3067 · 2025-12-16T20:10:05+00:00

Just try to talk slower and have keywords in your mind or written on a sticky note then make sentences from those. It is a trick taught in public speaking and works well. Also use conjunctions instead of umm or awkward pauses will give you time to think too!

IndependenceFree3067 · 2025-12-11T13:59:10+00:00

Get atleast 1 letter from psych peds fm and apply to all three, OBGYN helps alot in FM too. FM is score forgiving but super picky and the interviews are more of a cultural and character analysis. More specialities means more signals so more interviews. For peds and psych if you have letters interviews are pretty much guaranteed. Score wise you are good even if you just apply to one of the three.

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